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3 Days Hollyford Track Tour Package The dramatic Hollyford Valley is New Zealand's wilderness at its most undisturbed and inspiring. Unlike any other walk, the scenery is geologically spectacular and ever changing - snow capped mountains, glaciers, rainforests, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, reefs, sand dunes and surf. The diversity of landforms, vegetation and wildlife within this one valley is unequalled. The experiences you share with your small group (a maximum of 16 people) are just as diverse - hiking through World Heritage wilderness, a captivating jet boat down the river and across Lake McKerrow, exploring historical sights, and a scenic helicopter flight followed by a cruise on Milford Sound. Arrive Queenstown in plenty of time for the pre-tour briefing which begins at 7pm at the Queenstown Information Centre.Tour Itinerary Day 1. Waterfalls, Pyke River Lodge, Glow Worms. Approx. 17 km (12 miles). Depart Queenstown at 7am, travel along side the Day 2. Lakes, Jet Boating and 1000 year old trees. Approx. 12 km (7 miles) . A short walk to Lake Alabaster and across Fiordland's longest swing bridge. Then enjoy a captivating jet boat journey down the Hollyford River and across Lake McKerrow to the historic site of Jamestown. Walk through the ancient Podocarp forest (New Zealand native pines) before arriving at Martin's Bay Lodge by 5pm. Choose from either: Day 3. (Walk Out Option) Martins Bay Lodge to Queenstown. An early morning boat journey takes you up Lake McKerrow to the confluence of Hollyford and Pyke Rivers. Return with your guide to the start of the Track. Observe the flora's transformation from the windswept, salt stunted bushes at the sea to the dense beech forest of the inland mountain valley. Return to Queenstown by coach, arriving no later than 7:30 pm. Or: Day 3. (Fly Out Option) Wildlife Experience, Martins Bay Beach and Coastline/Scenic Flight to Milford Sound. Walk through the forest of Jerusalem Creek and visit the fur seal colony at Long Reef on the wild West Coast. You may see the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin. Travel by jet boat to the beach and explore the seven kilometre Martins Bay Beach sand-dunes and lagoon. Learn about its history and its plant, sea and bird life. Return to Martins Bay Lodge and then enjoy a scenic flight to Milford Sound, with views of the Track route, Hollyford Valley and Mt Tutoko, Fiordland's highest peak. Return to Queenstown by coach, arriving no later than 7:30 pm. An optional Milford Sound Cruise is available at an additional cost.
Everything you need to know before you arrive. Fitness Footwear Your boots are your best friend. We strongly recommend ankle height walking boots, sturdy but not too heavy, AND well broken in. Clothing You don't need lots of clothes, just the right clothes. Make sure your clothing is warm yet lightweight and practical. You will be walking in sub tropical rainforest and you always need to be prepared for the possibility of rain. Bring highly protective rain wear, as well as polypropylene long johns. We suggest you bring the following items: Most people choose to walk in:
We strongly recommend you don't walk in sandals, jeans or cotton shirts against your skin. Should you get wet during the day, we have drying rooms at both our lodges so if you keep your gear lightweight and fast drying, it should dry overnight. Equipment and Extras You don't need any specialised equipment. However you may like to include the following in your pack:
What we supply We can supply if required Dietary Requirements
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beautiful Lake Wakatipu and on to Te Anau. After a brief stop, depart for the Hollyford Valley and travel through the majestic Eglington Valley to the start of the Track in the Hollyford Valley visiting Gunn's Camp museum on the way. Re-trace the footsteps of early explorers along the Hollyford River to Pyke River Lodge. As the Track undulates gently through native beech forest and beside tumbling waterfalls enjoy interesting historical tales and interpretation of the forest and birdlife. In the evening you can visit the nearby glow-worm colony. 
The walk is pleasantly challenging. You are going to be walking about five or six hours a day. As with any activity, it is more enjoyable if you have a reasonable level of fitness. Although the Hollyford Track is a low-altitude walk, we suggest you start an easy walking program in the weeks leading up to your departure. It will make all the difference to your enjoyment.|
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